Dizziness is something that everyone will experience at some time or another. It is usually caused if the information from the eyes, inner ear and body to the brain is interrupted. This means there is a problem in the balance of the body and dizziness occurs. There are 3 different types of dizziness as detailed below:

• Syncope – this version causes dimmed vision and the person feels uncoordinated, confused and lightheaded. It can also result in fainting. Many people experience this form of dizziness when they get up to quickly. Can be causes by low blood pressure, heart problems, and disorders in the autonomic nervous system. It can also be caused by stress or emotional problems.
• Vertigo – This is when the person feels that they or their surroundings are spinning. The sensation is similar to being on a fairground ride. This is often caused by problems with the inner ear.
• Non-syncope non-vertigo – this is when the person feels that they cannot keep their balance and it can get worse with movement. This can be caused by rapid breathing, low blood sugar, or migraine headache, as well as by more serious medical conditions.

In order to prevent dizziness there are a number of things that can be done including eating smaller more frequent meals. It is also important to avoid caffeine, nicotine, alcohol, foods high in fat or sugar, or any substances that cause allergic reactions. It may also be required to take dietary supplements if it is caused by a deficiency. Ginger can be a useful herb for treating dizziness. It could also be worth visiting a homeopathy practitioner to see if they can put together a remedy for you. Other therapies that can be used to treat dizziness are aromatherapy, osteopathy and acupressure. In addition if your dizziness is caused by stress you could try a number of relaxation techniques such as yoga, meditation and massage therapy.